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Front Bumper: Service and Repair




Front Bumper Replacement




1. Remove the front grille guard, if equipped. Refer to Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (Base) (Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (Base))Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (WS2, V3M) (Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (WS2, V3M)).




2. Remove the 2 lower bolts from the bumper bar.




3. Remove the 2 plugs (1) from the front fascia (2).
4. Disconnect the electrical connector to the daytime running lamps (DRL).




5. Remove the 2 upper bolts from the bumper bar.
6. Remove the front bumper assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the front bumper assembly to the vehicle.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the 2 upper bolts to the bumper bar.

Tighten the bolts to 85 Nm (63 lb ft).

3. Connect the electrical connector to the DRL.




4. Install the 2 plugs (1) to the front fascia (2).




5. Install the 2 lower bolts to the bumper bar.

Tighten the bolts to 85 Nm (63 lb ft).




6. Install the front grille guard, if equipped. Refer to Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (Base) (Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (Base))Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (WS2, V3M) (Grille Guard/Brush Guard Replacement (WS2, V3M)).